HR Officer, Grade- AO, Islamabad

The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow. The FCDO operates an agile workforce and to facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time, as we may reasonably require. Job Category Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services) Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

Main purpose of job :

The HR Officer will play a pivotal role in delivering a high standard of HR services within a complex and fast-paced environment. This position provides strategic and operational support across core HR functions, including workforce planning, payroll administration, recruitment, and HR information systems. The role demands exceptional attention to detail, strong operational capability, and effective stakeholder engagement to ensure compliance with FCDO policies and employment legislation.

Acting as a key liaison between local teams, the UK, and the Regional HR Hub, the job holder will foster collaborative relationships and ensure seamless communication across the HR network. By maintaining accurate data, supporting talent acquisition, and driving process efficiency, this role directly contributes to the integrity and effectiveness of the overall HR function, influencing organisational performance and employee experience.

We reserve the right to review, revise or amend the roles and responsibilities from time to time reflecting the changing needs of business.

Roles and responsibilities that a jobholder will be expected to achieve :

In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality HR services across the following areas :

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Coordinate CBS recruitment with the Regional HR Hub and Hiring Managers, ensuring compliance with FCDO policies.
• Advise Hiring Managers on job adverts, interview panels, and selection methodologies.
• Liaise with internal teams for clearances and ensure smooth onboarding.
• Ensure accurate staff profile setup in HR systems and maintain recruitment records.

Payroll & HR Data Management

Learning & Development

Employee Engagement & Wellbeing

Compliance & Reporting

Future-Proof HR

Resources managed (staff and expenditure)

2 resources : 1x AA, HR Generalist

1x AA, HR Admin Assistant

Learning and development opportunities (if any)

You will have the opportunity to develop skills and experience throughout the performance management cycle, including through formal in-house learning opportunities and team-wide capability initiatives.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

Essential on arrival :

Language Requirements :

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

For BHC candidates, the Country Based Staff BHC Terms & Conditions will apply.

For other than BHC candidates the basic salary will be  PKR 198,669 per month . This salary is non-negotiable.

BHC offers a great benefits package that comprises of Annual Domiciliary cover and Medical Insurance Scheme which includes PKR 1,500,000 floater coverage per family for self, one spouse / long term partner and children under the age of 19 or under 23, if in full-time education and not gainfully employed. The Annual Domiciliary cover for day-to-day medical payments is upto PKR 200,000 per family (basis actual bills submission).

Additionally, The British High Commission contributes to a retirement provision in the form of a mandatory provident fund.

FCDO operates an agile workforce. To facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require. The BHC is recognised as a good employer, with a robust, fair and transparent performance management & appraisal system linked to increments and staff bonuses. We have a 5-day working week, plus annual leave, public holidays, maternity leave provision, special leave, paid sick leave provision; ample development opportunities, travel opportunities, a good organisational culture, and excellent work / life balance.

No relocation or any other related costs or assistance will be provided. FCDO does not pay for any travelling, accommodation & relocation expenses incurred and / or accept any financial risk, including cancellation or reschedule costs.

Around half of our work forces are women. We treat people with respect and equality and have a policy of zero tolerance for any form of discrimination, bullying, or harassment. We welcome all applications irrespective of age, race, colour, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief, caste, or creed. We are also open to applications from people who want to work flexibly.

This is a good opportunity to be part of a strong, diverse team, working in the biggest network that FCDO has anywhere across the globe. We are aiming to make it the best.